Collision Estimator - Career Growth in Modern Shop

VIVE Collision; Mount Laurel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VIVE Collision in Mount Laurel, NJ is seeking an experienced Collision Estimator to manage the repair experience from initial inspection through final delivery. You will create accurate repair plans, communicate with customers and insurance partners, and collaborate with the production team to ensure safe, high‑quality and timely repairs.

You’ll work with experienced technicians and a fully staffed front office using modern estimating technology to manage repairs effectively.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of automotive collision repair or estimating experience.
• Strong knowledge of collision repair procedures.
• Proficiency in customer service and sales-oriented communication.
• I-CAR certification or training preferred.
• State appraisal license if required by state.
• Working knowledge of OEM repair procedures and insurance carrier requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret repair procedures and work orders.
• Familiarity with estimating software and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and inspect vehicles to assess collision damage.
• Prepare complete and accurate repair estimates and blueprints using approved estimating systems.
• Develop detailed repair plans following vehicle teardown.
• Explain the repair process, timelines, and expectations to customers.
• Maintain repair orders in compliance with DRP and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with technicians and production staff to implement repair plans.
• Provide updates to customers, insurance partners, and internal teams.

Skills

Customer service

Sales communication

Blueprinting

Verbal & written communication

Time management

Tools

CCC ONE estimating

Job description

VIVE Collision in Mount Laurel, NJ is seeking an experienced Collision Estimator to manage the repair experience from initial inspection through final delivery. You will create accurate repair plans, communicate with customers and insurance partners, and collaborate with the production team to ensure safe, high‑quality and timely repairs.

You’ll work with experienced technicians and a fully staffed front office using modern estimating technology to manage repairs effectively.